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09/12/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 09/12/2024 10:54

92 PRO FM Expands Morning Talent Lineup With Return of Kim Zandy, Who Joins Bekah Berger and Jay Buff as Co Host of “92 PRO FM Mornings,” New England’s Most Entertaining Top 40[...]

PROVIDENCE, RI - September 12, 2024 - Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announces that it has appointed longtime 92 WPRO-FM on-air personality Kim Zandy as Co-Host, Mornings on 92 WPRO-FM, expanding its live and local talent lineup for New England's most entertaining Top 40 morning radio show. Zandy returns to the station's popular morning show alongside Host Bekah Berger and Executive Producer Jay Buff, who debuted on the show in May following the retirement of legendary 92 PRO-FM Morning Host, Giovanni. This marks a return to 92 PRO-FM mornings for Zandy, who was Co-Host of "Giovanni in the Morning" for 24 years. Bekah, Kim, and Jay can be heard Monday through Friday from 6:00am-10:00am.

Together, the talented on-air trio delivers a relatable perspective that appeals to the show's broad and passionate audience and includes Gen Z and Millennials, reflecting life in Southern New England in a highly engaging and fun way. The 92 PRO-FM morning show continues to be #1 in key demos for June and July, continuing its long tradition of success.

Holly Paras, Market Manager and Regional Vice President, Cumulus Providence/New London, said: "It is a phenomenal moment to welcome Kim back to 92 PRO-FM and to bring our listeners more of what they love in Mornings. We are very pleased to add additional live talent to an already successful show."

Kim Zandy commented: "I am so lucky and excited to join Bekah and Jay in Mornings. They did all the hard work to get the show to #1 and I get to come in and have a great time! It is amazing to be back home on 92 PRO-FM Mornings!"

Jay Buff and Bekah Berger remarked: "We are thrilled to warmly welcome back Kim Zandy to the 92 PRO-FM family. Her vibrant personality and deep connection to the community make her the perfect addition to Mornings, and we look forward to creating amazing moments together with our listeners in Southern New England and beyond."

For more information or to stream 92 PRO-FM, visit: https://www.92profm.com/.

About Cumulus Media

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to over a quarter billion people every month - wherever and whenever they want it. Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 401 owned-and-operated radio stations across 85 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, Infinity Sports Network, AP News, the Academy of Country Music Awards, and many other world-class partners across more than 9,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, the largest audio network in America; and inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, its rapidly growing network of original podcasts that are smart, entertaining and thought-provoking. Cumulus Media provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. Cumulus Media is the only audio media company to provide marketers with local and national advertising performance guarantees. For more information visit www.cumulusmedia.com.

Contact: Lisa Dollinger, Dollinger Strategic Communication for Cumulus Media, 512.633.4084, [email protected].